Lucas, Peter J. 2024. Old English Poetry from Manuscript to Message. Utrecht Studies in Medieval Literacy 58. Turnhout: Brepols. Pp. xviii + 398. ISBN 9782503600314.

Key Points

• Old English poetry shapes understanding of medieval culture and history, and its manuscripts reveal rich textual traditions.
• The analysis emphasizes how manuscripts serve as a bridge between ancient text and modern interpretation.
• Review encompasses various forms of old english poetry, focusing on their significance within medieval literacy studies.
• Implications of this work may enrich current scholarly conversations around manuscript studies and literary analysis.